Chapter 4- Writing Flashcards
Types of Conflict
Man v. Man
Man v. Self
Man v. Nature
Man v. Society
What is dialogue?
A conversation between characters
Dialogue Guidelines
Use language that reflects the background of the character
Make sure dialogue has a purpose
Begin direct quotation with a capital letter
Begin new paragraph when someone new starts talking
What is an anecdote?
A short narrative used to make a point
What are two common ways to build suspense?
Foreshadowing and witholding information
1st Person Point of View
I, sometimes biased and unreliable, reader identifies with I
3rd Person Point of View (Limited)
outside story sometimes relates as if watching over the shoulder, may withhold or tell more
3rd Person Point of View (Omniscient)
stands outside, relates thoughts, feelings, words, and action, can reveal however much they want